Poisoning by opth drugs and preparations, assault, init

This code signifies an intentional act of harm where an individual is poisoned by eye-related medications or preparations. The poisoning is a result of an assault, and this code is used for the initial encounter for treatment of the acute effects.

Apply this code when a patient presents with symptoms of poisoning due to ophthalmological drugs, and the medical record clearly documents that the poisoning was inflicted by another person with intent to harm. This is appropriate for the first visit where the assault is identified and treated.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "assault" and identifies the substance as an ophthalmological drug or preparation.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the poisoning; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for the specific signs and symptoms of the poisoning.